This week, the highly anticipated second-annual ACC/SEC Women's Basketball Challenge is set to take place, pitting the Atlantic Coast Conference against the Southeastern Conference. Fans can keep a close eye on all the scores for each game and the overall tally for this 2024 event right here. The page will be regularly updated following the conclusion of each game.

Virginia's Role in the ACC/SEC Challenge

In the second edition of this challenge, Virginia will host Auburn at John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville on Thursday at 6 pm. The Cavaliers hold a dominant lead in the all-time series with the Tigers, standing at 5-1. They recently achieved a couple of victories over Auburn in 2014 and 2015. Last season, in the inaugural edition held in Charlottesville, Virginia emerged victorious over Missouri with an overtime win, scoring 87-81.Virginia's participation in this challenge holds significant importance. It showcases their prowess on the basketball court and adds to their competitive spirit. The team is determined to make their mark and continue their winning streak.The ACC/SEC Challenge is a platform where these two powerful conferences go head-to-head, and Virginia is ready to rise to the occasion.

Game Schedule and Matchups

On Wednesday, December 4th, the action kicks off with several exciting matchups. At 5 pm, Oklahoma takes on Louisville on ESPN2. Vanderbilt faces Miami on the ACC Network at the same time. Virginia Tech battles Georgia on the SEC Network. At 7:15 pm, Syracuse meets Texas A&M on ESPNU, Florida State takes on Tennessee on the SEC Network, and Mississippi State goes up against Georgia Tech on the ACC Network.On Thursday, December 5th, the main event unfolds. Kentucky faces North Carolina on ESPN2 at 5 pm. Auburn takes on Virginia on the ACC Network at 6 pm. Texas battles Notre Dame on ESPN at 7 pm. Ole Miss visits NC State on ESPN2 at 7 pm. Boston College takes on Arkansas on the SEC Network at 7 pm. Florida clashes with Clemson on the ACC Network at 8 pm. Duke travels to South Carolina on ESPN at 9 pm. Stanford heads to LSU on ESPN2 at 9 pm. Alabama heads west to take on California on ESPNU at 9 pm. And SMU faces Missouri on the SEC Network at 9 pm.It's important to note that due to the ACC having more teams than the SEC, two ACC teams, Wake Forest and Pittsburgh, will not be participating this year.Both conferences expanded over the summer. The SEC added Texas and Oklahoma to reach a total of 16 members, while the ACC brought in Cal, SMU, and Stanford, increasing their basketball roster to 18.The 2023 ACC/SEC Women's Basketball Challenge ended in a 7-7 tie. The ACC initially had a 6-1 lead with Notre Dame, NC State, Miami, Louisville, Duke, and Virginia winning their games by single-digit margins. However, the SEC managed to win six of the final seven matchups, resulting in a 7-7 draw.This year's challenge features 11 teams currently ranked in the AP Top 25. On Wednesday evening, the only ranked game is No. 11 Oklahoma visiting No. 22 Louisville. Then on Thursday night, the main event sees No. 14 Kentucky take on No. 16 North Carolina in Chapel Hill. No. 10 Notre Dame hosts No. 4 Texas in South Bend. No. 18 Ole Miss visits NC State in Raleigh. No. 8 Duke travels to face the reigning champs No. 3 South Carolina. Stanford travels to take on No. 5 LSU, and No. 19 Alabama heads west to take on California. These games will have a profound impact not only on this ACC/SEC Challenge but also on the landscape of the women's college basketball season.The excitement and competitiveness of the ACC/SEC Women's Basketball Challenge are palpable. Fans can expect thrilling battles and unforgettable moments as these top teams go head-to-head. Stay tuned for all the score updates and witness the drama unfold on the court.